2021 Outbreak of Legionella Infections Associated with Drinking Water, Florida
Florida public health officials investigated a confirmed outbreak of Legionella pneumophila, serogroup I associated with drinking water at a hospital. Two people were ill and both were hospitalized. Both died.
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Legionnaires DiseaseOverview
| Outbreak began: | March 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | FL |
| Pathogen: | Legionella pneumophila |
| Vehicle(s): | Water |
| Location(s): | Hospital |
| Molecular test results: | Serogroup I |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 2 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
| Number of deaths: | 2 |
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